Roland SRV-3030D

These single-unit rackmount processors offer true 24-bit resolution via superb A/D and D/A converters and 30-bit internal processing, for incredible audio quality. Besides the trademark Roland reverb algorithms-renowned for their lush, natural sound-the SRV-3030 and -3030D include RSS, flanger/chorus, phaser and resonator effects. On the SRV-3030D are coaxial digital inputs and outputs, making it perfect for pairing with one of Roland's popular VS-Series workstations or new VM-Series digital mixers.

At the heart of the SRV-3030/3030D is a new Dynamic Separation Algorithm, which can separate signals and send them into independent reverb paths via its dual processor design. The user can specify the variable by which the signal is split: dynamics, frequency range, or note density. Thus, a kick drum can be assigned a tight reverb while the snare is given a bigger one; guitar solos can have less reverb on the quick phrases and more on the slower ones; a quiet violin can invoke an intimate reverb patch while the orchestra "stabs" get the full room sound. Users can choose between three levels of editing on the SRV-3030/ 3030D's highly-intuitive user interface. Direct Edit employs physical knobs-Reverb Time, Reverb Level and Assignable-for instant "on-the-fly" changes to overall reverb sound. EZ Edit includes parameters such as "room size," "liveness," and "wall type" for deeper adjustments using commonly understood terms. Experienced professionals can tweak each variable independently and completely customize their Patches within Custom Edit mode.

A new Preview mode allows users to audition reverbs using audio phrase samples. User sampling of audition phrases is also possible. Other features include balanced inputs and outputs (XLR and TRS 1/4-inch), and an optional SmartMedia memory card that allows for storing 1,000 additional patches and user-sampled tones for preview.